News Black Bear Niitsuru Elementary School (Aizumisato Town), Fukushima Nov 17, 2025

Description

On November 17 a bear was sighted near a care welfare facility parking lot about 100 meters from Niitsuru Elementary School in Aizumisato Town. The town and police remain on alert; on the 18th parents accompanied students to school and authorities are considering capture with traps.

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Summary

A bear was seen near a parking area about 100 meters from Niitsuru Elementary School in Aizumisato Town on November 17, prompting heightened alert by the town and police. On the 18th parents accompanied children to school, and authorities are considering trap capture as part of prevention measures.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Monday, November 17, 2025

Address

Coordinates

37.512468, 139.831173

Sources